Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in New York

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1. Bad Roman

4.5

Awesome(2120)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 239 times today

A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.

2. Nobu Fifty Seven

4.7

Exceptional(6084)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Midtown West

Booked 221 times today

As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes such as Tiradito Nobu Style and Black Cod Miso. The restaurant received three stars from the New York Times.

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3. Quality Italian - New York

4.7

Exceptional(6024)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Midtown West

Booked 174 times today

Quality Italian is New York's best steakhouse. Our renowned steak and delicious Italian food make us a popular destination for folks seeking a great meal. Whether you are looking for a wonderful lunch or an inviting brunch, we provide an outstanding dining experience. Visit us today to experience the best steak and Italian food in New York for yourself. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Italian is the best restaurant in Midtown Manhattan and NYC.

4. TAO Uptown

4.4

Awesome(14444)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Midtown East

Booked 131 times today

A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.

5. Soothr

4.7

Exceptional(135)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • East Village

Booked 159 times today

Soothr, properly pronounced “Sood” is the Thai word meaning “Recipe”. This East Village establishment is the vision of close friends who grew up in different regions of Thailand, hoping to share their experiences and recipes with the rest of the world. Raised in distinctive regional cities, each individual brings their own unique relationship with Thai cuisine, with a specific focus on the generational family recipes that have shaped their childhood and time growing up in Thailand. With a specialty in family noodle recipes from throughout Thailand, Soothr offers a culinary experience that is geared towards the comfort and warmth of dining at home. These traditional recipes have brought great comfort and a sense of home for generations, and Soothr at its core is an invitation to sit at the table and enjoy a classic, Thai family meal.

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6. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

4.7

Exceptional(300)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • West Village

Booked 144 times today

Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Opening October 2023. Little Ruby’s West Village will be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.

7. Pink Taco - NYC

4.1

Excellent(700)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Theater District

Booked 83 times today

Welcome to Pink Taco - home of Iconic Rock n' Roll Vibe Dining. With every salted rim, Pink Taco is redefining the dining industry; crafting an unforgettable experience of Mexican-inspired fare, that is daringly imaginative with our uncomplicated and innovative approach to LA-style street tacos, perfectly shaken margaritas, signature cocktails and best-in-class service. Whether it's the music the moves you, or the Instagrammable moments you want to capture with our murals, decor, neon lights, Pink Tacos & Squirt Can Paloma (yes, you read that right), join Pink Taco for Lunch, Dinner, Taco Tuesdays, Hangover Brunch & Happy Hour. Your night starts NOW at Pink Taco!

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8. The Smith- Lincoln Square

4.6

Exceptional(12079)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln Square

Booked 325 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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9. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

Exceptional(760)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 31 times today

Join us at Aunt Jake's Upper East Side for our Pasta Making Class & 3-course pasta menu! The cost is $60 per person for pasta instruction and the prefix meal. We require a $10 per person non-refundable deposit. The entire experience is approximately 2.5 hours. Please use the OpenTable mobile app for best results when booking the Pasta Experience.–Aunt Jake's was founded in 2015, as the company set out to replicate the idyllic, simplistic cuisine we grew up to enjoy. However, we wanted to create Italian food for the “next” generation. The idea was to develop an Italian concept around the customer’s choice of how to eat pasta compared to how the restaurant wanted you to eat it. With that in mind, Aunt Jake’s core mission is to bring high-quality fresh ingredients daily to craft our handmade pasta and sauces health-consciously. The customer can mix and match sauce with shape and create a custom dish of their own.

10. Piggyback NYC

4.5

Awesome(82)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Chelsea

Booked 15 times today

Asian inspired bar food coupled with traditional favorites making it perfect for quality shares to go around the table. Drinks range from a rotating draft list and wine selection to craft cocktail offerings.

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Nancyvip
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We decided to not cook this Thanksgiving and booked the Bad Roman - it was fabulous. We were greeted at the entrance by a super friendly and efficient host and hostess. Some of our party had the turkey which was better than mine for sure! . The rest of us had sole which was delicious! And the best Cesar salad in NYC. The wines were amazing and good value - recommended by their Sommelier Roosevelt. Gregory the bartender kicked the night off with brilliant cocktails and a nice pour of champagne! All in all a wonderful Thanksgiving feast. All in all well run, friendly service and delicious food.
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Bad RomanPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.5
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Jason
Baltimore / Maryland •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Incredible menu that covers both modern and traditional fare. Everything here is good.
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川雲涧 Sky Pavilion NYCPrice: Expensive• Sichuan• Hell's Kitchen
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4.9
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Ben
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service! Delicious food! Love this place. Was there for a late lunch so fairly quiet. Highly recommended!!!
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Piggyback NYCPrice: Moderate• Asian• Chelsea
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4.5
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Meleena
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a amazing time great food ands drink. Music was a great touch just a little loud to hear each other talk.
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Lagos TSQPrice: Expensive• West African• Theater District
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4.2
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Avilasha
Oxford/Oxfordshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Phenomenal food, service, and overall experience. The dishes were all amazingly tasty and beautiful, and the service was without compare. Absolutely incredible dinner experience!
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NAROPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Midtown
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4.8

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474 restaurants available nearby

1. Bad Roman

2. Nobu Fifty Seven

3. Quality Italian - New York

4. TAO Uptown

5. Soothr

6. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

7. Pink Taco - NYC

8. The Smith- Lincoln Square

9. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

10. Piggyback NYC

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